Rubicon Organics Marks Cascadia Facility Grand Opening with Completion of First Harvest

Executive Summary

• Rubicon Organics completed the first harvest from its newly‑acquired “Cascadia” facility in Hope, BC, fully planting the site and expanding premium cannabis production capacity by an estimated 40%.
• The Cascadia plant adds up to 4,500 kg of annual premium cannabis output, bringing total company capacity to roughly 7,800 kg (including the Pacifica facility).
• Initial harvests are expected to be monetized in Q2 2026, with flagship‑brand quality projected by mid‑2026; a grand‑opening event was held on February 19, 2026.

Key Details

• Facility Capacity: 4,500 kg of premium cannabis per year (≈40% increase over existing capacity).
• Production Timeline: First harvest completed; initial sales anticipated in Q2 2026; full flagship‑brand quality expected by mid‑2026.
• Capital Investment: Post‑acquisition modifications and new grow tables installed to improve efficiency; acquisition occurred June 2025.
• Workforce Expansion: More than 30 operations team members onboarded for the Cascadia site.
• Strategic Impact: Enhances ability to meet strong domestic demand and expand international medical market sales; supports growth of Rubicon’s premium brands (Simply Bare™, 1964 Supply Co., Wildflower™, Homestead Cannabis Supply™).
• Event: Grand opening held on‑site February 19, 2026 with employees, government, and industry partners.

Notable Quotes

“The first harvest at Cascadia is a significant operational milestone for Rubicon Organics and demonstrates our consistent operational execution,” – Margaret Brodie, CEO
“With the facility now fully planted, we’ve expanded Rubicon’s premium capacity by 40%, positioning us to meet strong demand for our premium cannabis in Canada and international medical markets.” – Margaret Brodie, CEO